Chewing podcast

Chewing

Food and health podcast by Chicago Tribune food critic Louisa Chu and Axios Chicago reporter Monica Eng.

Food and health podcast by Chicago Tribune food critic Louisa Chu and Axios Chicago reporter Monica Eng.

 

#100

Episode 132: George R.R. Martin workshop, Honey Ahmed, Curtis Chin

This week, Monica and Louisa talk Honey and Fun Guys. First, Monica went to the inaugural George R.R. Martin Summer Intensive Writing Workshop, where she made Malaysian rice balls with fellow fellow, Honey Ahmad. Monica also talked to author and filmmaker Curtis Chin about his book “Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant.” Finally, Monica talks to Josh Noel about his new book on Malort and dares Louisa and Iris to try fungi yogurt, but will they eat it?   [ chewing.xyz] (http://chewing.xyz) <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"> chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast</a> [ facebook.com/chewingpodcast] (http://facebook.com/chewingpodcast) Insta Louisa Chu <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/louisachu1/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"> @louisachu1</a> Monica Eng <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/monicaengreporter/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"> @monicaengreporter</a>   Links: Order <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://cdcshoppingcart.uchicago.edu/Cart2/ChicagoBook?ISBN=978-0-252-08705-9&press=illinois&_ga=2.244882437.1459792560.1675444790-974159237.1675444790" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites</a> by Monica Eng and David Hammond <a href= "https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/curtis-chin/everything-i-learned-i-learned-in-a-chinese-restaurant/9781668632390/?lens=little-brown" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant</a> by Curtis Chin <a href= "https://www.joshnoel.net/malort-book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"> Malört: The Redemption of a Revered and Reviled Spirit</a> by Josh Noel   Music: Theme music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://maybemars.bandcamp.com/track/zhong-nan-hai" target= "_blank" rel="noopener"> “Zhong Nan Hai”</a> by Carsick Cars  Outro music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://carsickcars.bandcamp.com/track/15-minutes-older" target= "_blank" rel="noopener"> “15 Minutes Older”</a> by Carsick Cars Segments:  <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://youtu.be/9oxed2v-hg8?si=Cy0IsOxVu2O6NFgd" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> “Janji”</a> by Aziz Harun <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://youtu.be/FtHaMWRn8Mc?si=NS0MpcSERv3F4Bwx" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> “Masing Masing”</a> by Ernie Zakri, Ade Govinda <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://youtu.be/vToP5RfjUnM?si=j7MYq02pu2mIjKzD" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> “Early in the Morning”</a> by The Gories <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://youtu.be/JXjoKxj64vw?si=1QCbak-mprsSi9wx" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> “Detroit City Blues”</a> by Fats Domino <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://youtu.be/9wXMhUOYcHs?si=Lh4sAV_jalTlYjWp" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> “Crying at Airports”</a> by Whale ... Read more

16 Sep 2024

1 HR 03 MINS

1:03:14

16 Sep 2024


#99

Episode 131: Beards, Goats and Bear

This week on Chewing, Monica and Louisa report back from the James Beard Awards. Monica talks to Outstanding Chef winner Michael Rafidi, Best Chef: Great Lakes winner Hajime Sato, and Lifetime Achievement Award winner Ruth Reichl. Then, Monica chats with Capriole Goat Cheese founder Judy Schad and Prairie Grass Cafe chef and co-owner Sarah Stegner. Louisa talks about her story on The Bear and dares Monica and Iris to try a James Beard award-winning chef’s cannabis chocolate. Last, Monica catches up with TikTok star Jake Potashnick on finally opening the doors to his new farm-to-table restaurant Feld.   [ chewing.xyz] (http://chewing.xyz) <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast"> chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast</a> <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://facebook.com/chewingpodcast"> facebook.com/chewingpodcast</a> Insta Louisa Chu <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/louisachu1/?hl=en"> @louisachu1</a> Monica Eng <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/monicaengreporter/"> @monicaengreporter</a>   Links: Order <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://cdcshoppingcart.uchicago.edu/Cart2/ChicagoBook?ISBN=978-0-252-08705-9&press=illinois&_ga=2.244882437.1459792560.1675444790-974159237.1675444790"> Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites</a>    Music: Theme music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://maybemars.bandcamp.com/track/zhong-nan-hai"> “Zhong Nan Hai”</a> by Carsick Cars  Outro music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://carsickcars.bandcamp.com/track/15-minutes-older"> “15 Minutes Older”</a> by Carsick Cars Segments:  <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYbXt4_r9Pw"> “Working for the Knife”</a> by Mitzki <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1GZzucDMlQ"> “Fly Over States”</a> by Jason Aldean <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egkCDid-XDE"> “The Midwest Can Be Alright”</a> by The Gizmos <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ods-y4SCF5g"> “Grass Canons”</a> by Olivia Tremor Control <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bIbOEauLhc"> “A New Day Has Come”</a> by Celine Dion ... Read more

15 Jul 2024

1 HR 10 MINS

1:10:03

15 Jul 2024


#98

Episode 130: Fake fish, black jello, José André dog treats

This week on Chewing, Monica recaps her Chicago adventures in beef, beer, bowls, and baseball. Then, she tastes fake fish and talks to Aqua Cultured Foods co-founder and CGO Brittany Chibe! Lastly, Louisa dares Monica & Iris to eat black jello from Costco and dares our dogs to eat treats from José Andrés!   [ chewing.xyz] (http://chewing.xyz) <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast"> chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast</a> <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://facebook.com/chewingpodcast"> facebook.com/chewingpodcast</a> Insta Louisa Chu <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/louisachu1/?hl=en"> @louisachu1</a> Monica Eng <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/monicaengreporter/"> @monicaengreporter</a>   Links: Order <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://cdcshoppingcart.uchicago.edu/Cart2/ChicagoBook?ISBN=978-0-252-08705-9&press=illinois&_ga=2.244882437.1459792560.1675444790-974159237.1675444790"> Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites</a>    Music Theme music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://maybemars.bandcamp.com/track/zhong-nan-hai"> “Zhong Nan Hai”</a> by Carsick Cars  Outro music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://carsickcars.bandcamp.com/track/15-minutes-older"> “15 Minutes Older”</a> by Carsick Cars Segments:  <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xjsTKvB1Y8"> “It’s A Beautiful Day For A Ball Game”</a> by The Harry Simeone Songsters  <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6dqIYKIBSU"> “Funkytown”</a> by Lipps Inc. <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCL1RpgYxRM"> “Galang”</a> by M.I.A. <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNuuBfWFYvQ"> “Fish & Whistle”</a> by John Prine ... Read more

13 May 2024

46 MINS

46:41

13 May 2024


#97

Episode 129: Chef Geno Bahena, La Grande Boucherie, John’s Food & Wine

This week, Monica and Louisa talk about mole, French food, and corned beef. First, Monica talks to veteran chef Geno Bahena who’s now cooking at Manchamanteles. Then, Monica talks to Emil Stefkov, founder of La Grande Boucherie, which claims it’s the biggest restaurant in Chicago. Finally, Louisa reveals details on the corned beef sandwich at John’s Food & Wine, where they’re paying their cooks $36 an hour! [ chewing.xyz] (http://chewing.xyz) <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast"> chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast</a> <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://facebook.com/chewingpodcast"> facebook.com/chewingpodcast</a> Louisa Chu: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/louisachu1/?hl=en"> @louisachu1</a>, Threads <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "http://twitter.com/louisachu"> @louisachu </a>Monica Eng: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/monicaengreporter/"> @monicaengreporter</a>   Links: Order <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://cdcshoppingcart.uchicago.edu/Cart2/ChicagoBook?ISBN=978-0-252-08705-9&press=illinois&_ga=2.244882437.1459792560.1675444790-974159237.1675444790"> Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites</a>    Music: Theme music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://maybemars.bandcamp.com/track/zhong-nan-hai"> “Zhong Nan Hai”</a> by Carsick Cars Outro music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://carsickcars.bandcamp.com/track/15-minutes-older"> “15 Minutes Older”</a> by Carsick Cars Segments: “<a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://youtu.be/uv5lHe14Dgk?si=Bd1lhyEemWLQPK1A">Mexicana Hermosa</a>” (Versión Mariachi) by Natalia Lafourcade ft. Carlos Rivera <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://youtu.be/4o0RTU6uvXE?si=AwifNsaSy-59S15u"> “Logan’s Loop”</a> by Andrew Bird <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://youtu.be/oecHq2neweA?si=KfbODbeGUfq8ikcV"> “Pulaski At Night”</a> by Andrew Bird <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://youtu.be/siO6dkqidc4?si=-XICqj629qzglx3D"> “There Is A Light That Never Goes Out”</a> by The Smiths <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://youtu.be/2ZfcZEIo6Bw?si=X0hUJW53W1mWFmiN"> “Be Sweet”</a> by Japanese Breakfast ... Read more

11 Mar 2024

48 MINS

48:49

11 Mar 2024


#96

Episode 128: Maxwells Trading, Feld, next gen chefs

This week, Monica and Louisa talk about the next gen of chefs and King Cake season. Monica interviews chef Erling Wu-Bower who just opened Maxwell Trading, plus chef and TikTok star Jacob Potashnick who’s planning to open Feld in Chicago. Then, Louisa gives us the rundown on Roscas, and what she's hoping for King Cake season.   [ chewing.xyz] (http://chewing.xyz) [ chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast] (http://chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast) [ facebook.com/chewingpodcast] (http://facebook.com/chewingpodcast) Louisa Chu: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/louisachu1/?hl=en"> @louisachu1</a>, Threads <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "http://twitter.com/louisachu"> @louisachu </a>Monica Eng: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/monicaengreporter/"> @monicaengreporter</a>   Links: Order <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://cdcshoppingcart.uchicago.edu/Cart2/ChicagoBook?ISBN=978-0-252-08705-9&press=illinois&_ga=2.244882437.1459792560.1675444790-974159237.1675444790"> Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites</a>    Music: Theme music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://maybemars.bandcamp.com/track/zhong-nan-hai"> “Zhong Nan Hai”</a> by Carsick Cars Outro music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://carsickcars.bandcamp.com/track/15-minutes-older"> “15 Minutes Older”</a> by Carsick Cars Segments: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbBY8jIgEnU">"Hey Good Lookin'"</a> by Hank Williams ["I Can See Clearly Now"] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0cAWgTPiwM) by Johnny Nash ... Read more

22 Jan 2024

47 MINS

47:28

22 Jan 2024


#95

Episode 127: Zooey Deschanel, Mike Sula, Malört

This week, Monica and Louisa talk about the holidays, health, and drinks! Monica interviews Zooey Deschanel about her health app. Monica attends the 90th anniversary party for Malört and talks to our pal and James Beard award winning writer and pop-up maestro Mike Sula about his secret homemade drink made with wormwood. Finally, Louisa shares her experience at CosMc’s, the futuristic new concept from McDonald’s.   [ chewing.xyz] (http://chewing.xyz) <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast"> chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast</a> <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://facebook.com/chewingpodcast"> facebook.com/chewingpodcast</a> Louisa Chu: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/louisachu1/?hl=en"> @louisachu1</a>, Threads <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "http://twitter.com/louisachu"> @louisachu </a>Monica Eng: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/monicaengreporter/"> @monicaengreporter</a>   Links: Order <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://cdcshoppingcart.uchicago.edu/Cart2/ChicagoBook?ISBN=978-0-252-08705-9&press=illinois&_ga=2.244882437.1459792560.1675444790-974159237.1675444790"> Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites</a>    Music: Theme music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://maybemars.bandcamp.com/track/zhong-nan-hai"> “Zhong Nan Hai”</a> by Carsick Cars Outro music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://carsickcars.bandcamp.com/track/15-minutes-older"> “15 Minutes Older”</a> by Carsick Cars Segments:  <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://open.spotify.com/track/2P3EfwKrdj0qklJWSlZmzf?si=3cc7479020444606"> “Awake”</a> by Mader (from the original soundtrack for Eat Drink Man Woman) <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://youtu.be/-ktTaUXXbQU?si=PGcQLGklzmaHsR4X"> “Ridin’ in My Car”</a> by She & Him ... Read more

25 Dec 2023

40 MINS

40:27

25 Dec 2023


#94

Episode 126: Kevin Pang, Michele Norris, power foods

This week, Monica and Louisa catch up after getting stuffed at Thanksgiving. Monica talks to America’s Test Kitchen’s Kevin Pang about his new book co-written with his dad, “A Very Chinese Cookbook: 100 Recipes From China And Not China (But Still Really Chinese).” Then, Monica chats with Emmy and Peabody award-winning journalist Michele Norris about her new podcast “Your Mama’s Kitchen.” Lastly, nutritionist and doctor Michael Crupain tells Monica about his new book “The Power Five Essential Foods For Optimum Health.”   [ chewing.xyz] (http://chewing.xyz) <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast"> chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast</a> <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://facebook.com/chewingpodcast"> facebook.com/chewingpodcast</a> Louisa Chu: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/louisachu1/?hl=en"> @louisachu1</a>, Threads <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "http://twitter.com/louisachu"> @louisachu </a>Monica Eng: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/monicaengreporter/"> @monicaengreporter</a>   Links: Order <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://cdcshoppingcart.uchicago.edu/Cart2/ChicagoBook?ISBN=978-0-252-08705-9&press=illinois&_ga=2.244882437.1459792560.1675444790-974159237.1675444790"> Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites</a>    Music: Theme music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://maybemars.bandcamp.com/track/zhong-nan-hai"> “Zhong Nan Hai”</a> by Carsick Cars Outro music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://carsickcars.bandcamp.com/track/15-minutes-older"> “15 Minutes Older”</a> by Carsick Cars Segments:  <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://youtu.be/LJBixh-k-Ik?si=gluLuSJ5dgLudy9V"> “LUNCH”</a>  by My Little Airport  <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2DxGXp8KYY"> “詩歌舞街”</a> by My Little Airport  <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://youtu.be/bDsOuAEV2cM?si=0FZQbrloIBS0OFnT"> “Family Reunion”</a> by Jill Scott <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://youtu.be/eC40rVCedwM?si=LY4mb9aNznbp7_wp"> “Look At Them Beans”</a> by Johnny Cash ... Read more

04 Dec 2023

1 HR 22 MINS

1:22:42

04 Dec 2023


#93

Episode 125: Migrants, Immigrants and Spirits

This week, Monica and Louisa talk about migrants, immigrants, and spirits. Monica talks to Laura Tillman about her experience writing her latest book “The Migrant Chef: The Life and Times of Lalo García.” Plus, Monica talks to award-winning author Grace Lin about her new bestselling book “Chinese Menu: The History, Myths, and Legends Behind Your Favorite Foods.” Finally, Louisa dares us to taste “Flaming Flamers”...but will we eat it?   [ chewing.xyz] (http://chewing.xyz) <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast"> chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast</a> <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://facebook.com/chewingpodcast"> facebook.com/chewingpodcast</a> Louisa Chu: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/louisachu1/?hl=en"> @louisachu1</a>, Threads <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "http://twitter.com/louisachu"> @louisachu </a>Monica Eng: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/monicaengreporter/"> @monicaengreporter</a>   Links: Order <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://cdcshoppingcart.uchicago.edu/Cart2/ChicagoBook?ISBN=978-0-252-08705-9&press=illinois&_ga=2.244882437.1459792560.1675444790-974159237.1675444790"> Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites</a>    Music: Theme music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://maybemars.bandcamp.com/track/zhong-nan-hai"> “Zhong Nan Hai”</a> by Carsick Cars Outro music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://carsickcars.bandcamp.com/track/15-minutes-older"> “15 Minutes Older”</a> by Carsick Cars Segments:  <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://open.spotify.com/track/2og4wdm7xNePQ7UgorYQqL"> “Piensa en mi”</a> by Los Poetas de la Guitarra <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WikdpReo4TU"> “Your Dystopic Creation Doesn't Fear You”</a> by Deerhoof (ft. Awkwafina) ... Read more

05 Nov 2023

56 MINS

56:33

05 Nov 2023


#92

Episode 124: Italian Village, Austin neighborhood, bone conduction lollipops

The ladies are back from summer break and ready for autumn! This week, Monica and Louisa share their Midwestern Adventures. Monica visits a South Side baseball chef, a Michigan jerky butcher, and a legendary Italian restaurant owner! Then, Louisa visits a West Side chef turned farmers market manager in the historic Austin neighborhood! The ladies finally test out the bone conduction lollipops from the Sweets and Snacks Expo, but will they eat it?   [ chewing.xyz] (http://chewing.xyz) <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast"> chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast</a> <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://facebook.com/chewingpodcast"> facebook.com/chewingpodcast</a> Louisa Chu: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/louisachu1/?hl=en"> @louisachu1</a>, Twitter <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "http://twitter.com/louisachu"> @louisachu </a>Monica Eng: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/monicaengreporter/"> @monicaengreporter</a>, Twitter <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://twitter.com/monicaeng"> @monicaeng</a>   Links: Order <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://cdcshoppingcart.uchicago.edu/Cart2/ChicagoBook?ISBN=978-0-252-08705-9&press=illinois&_ga=2.244882437.1459792560.1675444790-974159237.1675444790"> Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites</a>    Music: Theme music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://maybemars.bandcamp.com/track/zhong-nan-hai"> “Zhong Nan Hai”</a> by Carsick Cars Outro music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://carsickcars.bandcamp.com/track/15-minutes-older"> “15 Minutes Older”</a> by Carsick Cars Segments: Cibo Matto - <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbjKMxyayrE"> Beef Jerky</a> <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CPz7pkYcgg"> White Sox Fight Song: "Lets Go, Go Go White Sox"</a> Lou Monte - <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9FMvfvkBro"> Che La Luna Mezzo Mare</a> Dean Martin - <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LfbgqJLD0-o&list=PLIvacmZCzEbAUzw2gtko_u0ot3f4lpgEh&index=9"> Sway</a> Nat King Cole - <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r77dIUU_e0s&list=PLWsXOKiqBd5P0XqtxRdEYve0OiYJc3ULD&index=36"> L-O-V-E (Italian Version)</a> Nina Simone - <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sg384whVQzc"> I Want A Little Sugar In My Bowl</a> ... Read more

09 Oct 2023

1 HR 01 MINS

1:01:58

09 Oct 2023


#91

Episode 123: Beard drama, France mama, “The Bear” trauma

This week, we talk about the big drama behind the scenes of the James Beard awards, and if Monica won after SIX nominations this year! Then, she goes back to France to visit her football player son and brings back an encore madcap recap. Have you watched The Bear? We talk about whether or not we’ve watched the hit Chicago-based streaming series, and why. Finally, Louisa brings a haul from the Sweets & Snacks Expo, for “Will She Eat It” in this season finale episode. We’ll be back around Labor Day. Have a great summer! [ chewing.xyz] (http://chewing.xyz) <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast"> chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast</a> <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://facebook.com/chewingpodcast"> facebook.com/chewingpodcast</a> Louisa Chu: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/louisachu1/?hl=en"> @louisachu1</a>, Twitter <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "http://twitter.com/louisachu"> @louisachu </a>Monica Eng: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/monicaengreporter/"> @monicaengreporter</a>, Twitter <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://twitter.com/monicaeng"> @monicaeng</a>   Links: Order <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://cdcshoppingcart.uchicago.edu/Cart2/ChicagoBook?ISBN=978-0-252-08705-9&press=illinois&_ga=2.244882437.1459792560.1675444790-974159237.1675444790"> Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites</a>   Music: Theme music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://maybemars.bandcamp.com/track/zhong-nan-hai"> “Zhong Nan Hai”</a> by Carsick Cars Outro music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://carsickcars.bandcamp.com/track/15-minutes-older"> “15 Minutes Older”</a> by Carsick Cars Segments: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://youtu.be/uswWy61Xmqc"> “La noyée”</a> by Yann Tiersen, <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://youtu.be/NmSJYD88wVw"> “Marseille”</a> by Ahmad Jamal, feat. Abd Al Malik, <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "https://youtu.be/Jepv3fw3kgk"> “Via Chicago”</a> by Wilco ... Read more

17 Jul 2023

58 MINS

58:59

17 Jul 2023


#90

Episode 122: Top chef Stephanie Izard, puppy chow cake, viral Costco casserole

This week, Monica tells us about her whirlwind trip to Europe. Back in Chicago, Monica and Louisa visit Stephanie Izard’s new Little Goat Diner. Then, Monica learns about puppy chow cake from pastry chef Leigh Omilinsky at Daisies. Lastly, Louisa gets influenced to buy Chinese casseroles from Costco, but Will They Eat It? <a href= "http://chewing.xyz">chewing.xyz</a> <a href= "http://chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast">chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast</a> <a href= "http://facebook.com/chewingpodcast">facebook.com/chewingpodcast</a> Louisa Chu: Insta <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/louisachu1/?hl=en">@louisachu1</a>, Twitter <a href= "http://twitter.com/louisachu">@louisachu</a>Monica Eng: Insta <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/monicaengreporter/">@monicaengreporter</a>, Twitter <a href= "https://twitter.com/monicaeng">@monicaeng</a>   Links Pre-order <a href= "https://cdcshoppingcart.uchicago.edu/Cart2/ChicagoBook?ISBN=978-0-252-08705-9&press=illinois&_ga=2.244882437.1459792560.1675444790-974159237.1675444790"> Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites</a> *Discount code S23UIP   Music Theme music: <a href= "https://maybemars.bandcamp.com/track/zhong-nan-hai">“Zhong Nan Hai”</a> by Carsick Cars Outro music: <a href= "https://carsickcars.bandcamp.com/track/15-minutes-older">“15 Minutes Older”</a> by Carsick Cars Segments: “Chicago at Night” by Spoon, “This Year” by The Mountain Goats ... Read more

01 May 2023

59 MINS

59:45

01 May 2023


#89

Episode 121: Al’s Beef Chicago cheesesteak, spring break food

This week, we talk spring break and Chicago cheesesteaks. Louisa talks to Al’s Beef owner Chris Pacelli about Chicago cheesesteaks. Then, Monica shares her plans to visit her son in France, and our producer Iris shares her first trip to San Francisco’s Chinatown. Finally, Monica dares Louisa and Iris to eat salmon skin and salted egg chips from Singapore, but Will They Eat It?   [ chewing.xyz] (http://chewing.xyz) <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast"> chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast</a> <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://facebook.com/chewingpodcast"> facebook.com/chewingpodcast</a>   Louisa Chu: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/louisachu1/?hl=en"> @louisachu1</a>, Twitter <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "http://twitter.com/louisachu"> @louisachu </a>Monica Eng: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/monicaengreporter/"> @monicaengreporter</a>, Twitter <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://twitter.com/monicaeng"> @monicaeng</a>   Links Pre-order <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://cdcshoppingcart.uchicago.edu/Cart2/ChicagoBook?ISBN=978-0-252-08705-9&press=illinois&_ga=2.244882437.1459792560.1675444790-974159237.1675444790"> Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites</a> *Discount code S23UIP   Music Theme music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://maybemars.bandcamp.com/track/zhong-nan-hai"> “Zhong Nan Hai”</a> by Carsick Cars Outro music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://carsickcars.bandcamp.com/track/15-minutes-older"> “15 Minutes Older”</a> by Carsick Cars Segments: “Baby What A Big Surprise” by Chicago, “Bag Lady” by Erykah Badu ... Read more

20 Mar 2023

37 MINS

37:08

20 Mar 2023


#88

Episode 120: American French food, Korean Chinese restaurants, expiration dates

This week, Monica and Louisa talk about Americans abroad! First, Monica has a conversation with her son about what he’s eating in France. In contrast, she talks to restaurateur Kevin Boehm about bringing French food to Chicago. Then, Monica talks to video game and filmmaker Josh Tsui about Korean Chinese food in LA and Chicago. Finally, in what may now become a tradition, Louisa dares Monica and Iris to eat expired jam, but Will They Eat It?   [ chewing.xyz] (http://chewing.xyz) <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast"> chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast</a> <a style= "text-decoration: none;" href= "http://facebook.com/chewingpodcast"> facebook.com/chewingpodcast</a> Louisa Chu: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/louisachu1/?hl=en"> @louisachu1</a>, Twitter <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "http://twitter.com/louisachu"> @louisachu </a>Monica Eng: Insta <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://www.instagram.com/monicaengreporter/"> @monicaengreporter</a>, Twitter <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://twitter.com/monicaeng"> @monicaeng</a>   Links Pre-order <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://cdcshoppingcart.uchicago.edu/Cart2/ChicagoBook?ISBN=978-0-252-08705-9&press=illinois&_ga=2.244882437.1459792560.1675444790-974159237.1675444790"> Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites</a> *Discount code S23UIP   Music Theme music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://maybemars.bandcamp.com/track/zhong-nan-hai"> Carsick Cars - Zhong Nan Hai</a>  Outro music: <a style="text-decoration: none;" href= "https://carsickcars.bandcamp.com/track/15-minutes-older"> Carsick Cars - 15 Minutes Older</a> Segments: “Cadeau” by Aya Nakamura ft. Tiakola, “Le Paradis Perdu” by Lucienne Delyle, “Gondry” by Hyukoh, “Ditto” by NewJeans, “Be Sweet” (Korean Version) by Japanese Breakfast feat. So!YoON! ... Read more

27 Feb 2023

50 MINS

50:56

27 Feb 2023


#87

Episode 119: Monica’s new book, Do Good Chicken, Niman Ranch

This week, Monica tells us about her new book, "Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites," co-written with David Hammond. Then Monica interviews former Obama White House and Chicago restaurant chef Sam Kass about his organization Do Good Chicken that reduces food waste by putting it towards their chickens’ diet. Then she talks to Niman Ranch and Mariano's representatives about stocking sustainable pork behind the butcher counter. Finally, Monica shares tomato chips with the ladies, but Will They Eat It?   <a href= "http://chewing.xyz">chewing.xyz</a> <a href= "http://chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast">chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast</a> <a href= "http://facebook.com/chewingpodcast">facebook.com/chewingpodcast</a> Louisa Chu: Insta <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/louisachu1/?hl=en">@louisachu1</a>, Twitter <a href= "http://twitter.com/louisachu">@louisachu</a>Monica Eng: Insta <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/monicaengreporter/">@monicaengreporter</a>, Twitter <a href= "https://twitter.com/monicaeng">@monicaeng</a>   Links: Pre-order <a href= "https://cdcshoppingcart.uchicago.edu/Cart2/ChicagoBook?ISBN=978-0-252-08705-9&press=illinois&_ga=2.244882437.1459792560.1675444790-974159237.1675444790"> Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites</a> *Discount code S23UIP David Hammond, <a href= "https://www.lthforum.com/">LTH Forum: Chicago's Food Chat Community</a> <a href= "https://dogoodchicken.com/">Do Good Chicken</a> <a href= "https://www.axios.com/local/chicago">Axios Chicago</a> <a href= "https://www.nimanranch.com/">Niman Ranch</a>   Music:  Theme music: <a href= "https://maybemars.bandcamp.com/track/zhong-nan-hai">Carsick Cars - Zhong Nan Hai</a>  Outro music: <a href= "https://carsickcars.bandcamp.com/track/15-minutes-older">Carsick Cars - 15 Minutes Older</a> Segments: “Chicago Bound Blues” by Bessie Smith, “The Greasy Chicken” by Andrew Williams, “Green Pastures” by Emmylou Harris, “Home Grown Tomatoes” by John Denver ... Read more

06 Feb 2023

1 HR 04 MINS

1:04:45

06 Feb 2023


#86

Episode 118: Lunar New Year food and Lexington Betty Smokehouse

This week, we're celebrating Lunar New Year and talking BBQ. We start off by giving some updates on holiday health scares. Then Louisa gets the story behind the Lexington Betty Smokehouse barbecue style. And then the ladies are presented with a spicy Chinese  snack that's gone viral and chocolate fortune cookies, but will they eat it? [chewing.xyz] (chewing.xyz) [chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast] (chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast) [facebook.com/chewingpodcast] (facebook.com/chewingpodcast) Intro Music: <a href= "https://maybemars.bandcamp.com/track/zhong-nan-hai" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Carsick Cars - Zhong Nan Hai</a>  Outro Music: <a href= "https://carsickcars.bandcamp.com/track/15-minutes-older" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Carsick Cars - 15 Minutes Older</a> Segment 1 Music: [高爾宣 OSN - Without You 沒了妳] (https://youtu.be/HQDDlgGy2hg) Segment 2 Music: [Louis Armstrong - Struttin' With Some Barbecue] (https://youtu.be/CDCzTGSZdZs) YouTube Reference: Cooking Korean Food with <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/@Maangchi" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">@Maangchi</a> ... Read more

16 Jan 2023

35 MINS

35:12

16 Jan 2023


#85

Episode 117: Christkindlmarket, Feld restaurant, Omarcito’s Latin Café

This week, we're talking about holiday foods and new chefs. Monica visits the Christkindlmarket to find some fishy treats. Then she talks to TikTok chef Jake Potashnick who has plans to open a sustainable restaurant called Feld in Chicago. Louisa goes behind these scenes of Omarcito's Latin Café to find out more about chef Omar Cadena's family recipes. Finally, Monica shares a spread of sunflower cream cheese, but will they eat it? [chewing.xyz] (chewing.xyz) [chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast] (chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast) [facebook.com/chewingpodcast] (facebook.com/chewingpodcast) ... Read more

19 Dec 2022

42 MINS

42:48

19 Dec 2022


#84

Episode 116: Thanksgiving, Little Fat Boy, Loaf Lounge

This week, we're gearing up for Thanksgiving by sharing our traditions (and disasters). Monica talks to Frankie Gaw, aka Little Fat Boy, about his first generation Taiwanese-American cookbook. Plus, she checks in with former Chicago Tribune restaurant critic Paula Camp at her cidery. Lastly, Louisa surprises Monica and Iris with a Thanksgiving pastry from Loaf Lounge.   [chewing.xyz] (chewing.xyz) <a href= "chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast</a> <a href= "facebook.com/chewingpodcast" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">facebook.com/chewingpodcast</a>   [First Generation: Recipes from My Taiwanese-American Home] (littlefatboy.com/firstgeneration) by Frankie Gaw aka <a href= "https://littlefatboy.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Little Fat Boy</a> [Carriage House Ciders] (chciders.com) [Loaf Lounge] (loafloungechicago.com) ... Read more

21 Nov 2022

49 MINS

49:26

21 Nov 2022


#83

Episode 115: Grocery Stores, Beer and Bratwurst Potato Chips

This week, Monica explains the big news about the Jewel and Mariano's grocery store merger. She also shares the new grocery report card on antibiotic policies. Then, Louisa and Monica share grocery tips and talk about the politics of grocery store decisions. Plus, the ladies try beer and brat flavored potato chips from...you guessed it...Aldi! ... Read more

31 Oct 2022

45 MINS

45:34

31 Oct 2022


#82

Episode 114: Publican Quality Bread, Historic Pot Pies and Oil-Fried Ghosts

This week, Monica concludes her conversation with Oprah’s former personal chef Art Smith. Plus, she talks to James Beard award-winning chef Greg Wade about his debut cookbook. Louisa tells us about her search for the woman behind the historic pot pie recipe in Chicago, and then we hear about some delicious ghost stories. ... Read more

17 Oct 2022

37 MINS

37:14

17 Oct 2022


#81

Chewing Extra: Clyde's at Goodman Theater

This week, Monica talks to production director Tyler Jacobson about sandwiches and the behind-the-scenes of the play Clyde's now showing at the Goodman Theater. ... Read more

08 Oct 2022

09 MINS

09:16

08 Oct 2022